# BONUS: Time and Change - The Best Freshman Seasons In Ohio State History and Who Could Be Next

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Podcast: [The Buckeye Weekly Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-buckeye-weekly-podcast-444280)
Published: 2026-07-11T04:55:01+00:00
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Who had the greatest true freshman season in Ohio State football history? Tony Gerdeman and Juck Miletti rank the Top 10 true freshman seasons ever by a Buckeye, led by Jeremiah Smith's incredible 2024 campaign. Along the way they debate Andy Katzenmoyer, Maurice Clarett, Orlando Pace, Ted Ginn Jr., the Bosa brothers, J.K. Dobbins and more before turning their attention to the current Buckeyes. Which members of Ohio State's 2026 freshman class could make a championship-level impact? Could Chris Henry Jr., Legend Bey, Brock Boyd, Jay Timmons or Khari Wilder become the next freshman stars? Finally, the guys look ahead to the 2027 recruiting class and discuss the long-term outlook for one of Ohio State's most talented groups in recent memory, including the pursuit of David GabrielGeorges. Who would make your Top 10 list? Subscribe to Buckeye Insiders for more Ohio State football coverage, recruiting, history, and analysis. 0:00 Welcome to The Time and Change Will Surely Show 0:49 The show's format: Past, Present and Future 1:17 Ranking the greatest true freshman seasons in Ohio State history 1:48 Jeremiah Smith claims the No. 1 spot 2:36 When did everyone realize Jeremiah Smith was different? 4:19 Ryan Day's "Watch this" moment and spring practice memories 7:02 No. 2: Andy Katzenmoyer's legendary 1996 season 9:26 No. 3: Orlando Pace changes left tackle forever 11:08 Maurice Clarett's unforgettable freshman championship run 13:09 Joey Bosa vs. Nick Bosa debate 14:44 J.K. Dobbins' explosive freshman campaign 15:41 Marcus Marek, Korey Stringer and the offensive line legends 17:49 Ted Ginn Jr.'s game-breaking freshman season 20:54 Juck's personal Top 10 list 23:51 Cris Carter's place among Ohio State greats 25:28 Which 2026 freshmen could make the biggest impact? 26:54 Chris…

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